Edible Landscapes Virtual Tour - SAGUARO

Carnegiea gigantea | Cactaceae | saguaro

Characteristics:

The bright red, fleshy fruit is eaten fresh, juiced, or made into preserves, wine, or syrup. Saguaro fruit is loaded with nutrients, especially B12, which is a vitamin lacking in most vegan diets. B12 is essential for the nervous system and for blood cell production. Saguaro is also used to help cure rheumatic disorder, which affects joints and connective tissue. Saguaro fruit is very hydrating and has fiber to help digestion.

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Additional Resources to Explore:

Link to the Campus Arboretum Species Description page
Link to the Campus Arboretum Edible Landscapes Tour page (for booklet, self-guided campus tours, or docent led tour information)
Click here to see Saguaro Fruit Harvest video created by the Friends of Saguaro National Park.